1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 62 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
